JULIUS SEILLER of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Elizabeth “Betty” Seiller for 60 years, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Friday, December 30th, 2016 at the age of 88 years.

Along with his wife, he is lovingly remembered by his sons: George, James (Charlie), and John; grandchildren: Austin, Andrew, Julia, Marc (Rebecca) and Christopher (Cheryl); great-grandchildren: Matea, Zachary, Brie and Isabella, as well as his brother, Andy (Dorothy) Seiller.

He was predeceased by his parents, Steve and Mary Seiller, sister Elizabeth Masnyk and brother Steve Seiller.

Julius was born in Hungary, the eldest of four children. His family immigrated to Canada in 1930 when he was one years old. They lived in Diamond City for a short time then settled on a farm near Kipp. Julius was educated in Coalhurst and worked on the farm until he moved to Lethbridge in 1945. That same year he began his career with Canadian Pacific Railway working as a Locomotive Engineer until his retirement in 1986 after 41 years of service.

Julius married Elizabeth Hanzel on July 18, 1956 and they raised their three sons. He was an avid outdoorsman, especially enjoying hunting and fishing. After his retirement he started gardening which he enjoyed until his passing.

Julius was a loving and dedicated husband and father with strong principles and a kind heart.

He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

A Private Family Service will be held at Cornerstone Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 – 10 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2M7.

 

To send a condolence, please visit www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

• Date : 2016-12-30
• Location : Lethbridge, Alberta